Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Body Shop Technician 1

Collision, Body & Glass RepairConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChannahon, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Six years of practical experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Specialized training and experience in the repair and refinishing of all series of truck and trailer equipment are required.
Proficiency with trade tools, including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools, is required.
A valid driver's license is required.
Basic computer skills are required.
The associate must understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
The associate must perform work in compliance with Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including proper tool and personal protective equipment selection and use, machine guarding, and established safety practices.
Regular and predictable full attendance is required.
The role requires a current driver qualification file, including an annual motor vehicle records check, a completed Department of Transportation physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers in the last three years. CDL holders must complete Department of Transportation drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and at the specified location, complete the Penske employment application, and submit to a background investigation and drug screening is required.
The role requires maintaining constant alertness and working safely, accepting responsibility for one's own safety and the safety of others.
The associate must be able to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during the scheduled work period.
The associate must routinely use hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated platforms, and safely work in all weather conditions.
The associate must be able to see and hear to navigate the work environment safely.
The associate must regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and regularly push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform all levels of truck collision repair and maintenance, including cab and sheet-metal repair, fiberglass repair, composite bonding and repair, welding and fabrication, frame straightening and alignment, suspension repair and alignment, box repair and replacement, air-conditioning systems, electrical, brake and cooling systems, surface preparation, and paint mixing, tinting, and blending.
Identify and determine the parts required to repair disassembled truck and trailer units.
Identify warrantable repairs and document them on repair orders.
Maintain the appearance and safety of the work area.
Road-test vehicles when necessary.
Perform duties with little or no supervision in a timely and efficient manner.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

Vocational or technical school education is preferred.

SIGN ON BONUS - $10,000!!!

Work Location: 23322 S Frontage Rd W, Channahon, IL 60410

Work Hours: 1st or 2nd shift, Monday through Friday.

Minimum starting pay for experienced technicians of $29.75/hour, higher compensation based on skill and experience levels!

Why Penske is for You:

• Competitive salary and incentives

• Career stability

• Opportunity for growth

• Excellent benefits that can be viewed here: Benefits - Penske

• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology

Position Summary:

As an experienced Body Shop Technician with Penske, you’ll use industry-leading technology and repair techniques – plus cutting-edge diagnostic equipment – to get our customers' state-of-the-art vehicles back up and running in high-quality condition. You’ll take the lead to perform minor and major truck and trailer collision repairs, while enjoying the advantages of working for a winning team that’s got your back.

You’ll have the opportunity to continue learning with our in-house training programs. Learn from the best and have access to leading technology, as Penske was the first in the industry to become I-CAR Gold certified. You’ll get to work on lots of different equipment and we give you the time to get the job done right. If you are an experienced body shop technician and are interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.

Major Responsibilities:

• Perform all levels of Truck Collision Repair and maintenance services. Duties may include the overhaul, adjustment, replacement and repair of all series of motor truck and trailer equipment including, but not limited to the following: Cab/ Sheet Metal Repair, Fiberglass Repair, Composite Bonding/ Repair, Welding/ Fabricating, Frame Straightening/ Alignment, Suspension Repair/ Alignment, Box Repair/ Replacement, Air Conditioning Systems, Electrical/ Brake/Cooling Systems, Surface Preparation, and Paint/ Mixing/ Tinting/ Blending.

• Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled truck and trailer units

• Identify warrantable repairs and document on repair order

• Maintain work area appearance and safety

• Road test vehicles when necessary

• Perform duties with little or no supervision and in a timely and efficient manner

• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• 6 years practical experience (or an equivalent combination of related education and experience)

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Vocational/technical school preferred

• Specialized training and experience in the repair/refinish of all series of truck and trailer required

• Proficiency in the use of all tools of trade (including welding equipment, paint equipment, shop machines, and power tools) required

• Valid driver’s license required

• Basic computer skills required

• The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management

• The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.

• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years. Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Whether it’s on the racetrack or in the body shop, our people love working here. Our supportive team culture will make you feel like you’re not just getting a job, but joining a family. So it’s time to do what you love, love what you do.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.

• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.

• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.

• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.

• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.

• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg. This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

Penske

Diversified transportation, logistics, and motorsports provider

Penske provides a range of transportation services, including retail automotive sales and service, truck leasing and rental, and logistics solutions, plus professional motorsports activities. Its offerings work through distinct units: Penske Automotive Group sells and services vehicles, Penske Truck Leasing rents and maintains trucks with fleet management, and Penske Logistics handles end-to-end supply chain services. The company differentiates itself by operating multiple transportation and entertainment businesses under one private global umbrella, enabling cross-sell opportunities and large-scale coordination. Its goal is to deliver reliable, end-to-end transportation and logistics solutions for individuals and businesses worldwide while growing its diversified portfolio and leveraging scale.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bellflower, CA
Founded: 1969

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